Here is the story of our Thanksgiving…

Super quick breakfast before Mass

Talking to one of my religious education students from last year (you can’t see him…maybe that was obvious)

Bought our Christmas wreath!

Ready for action. This time, knowing what the heck I’m holding.

Using the laptop for recipes

Peelin’ and choppin’ 

Macy’s Parade in the background. Ben was already tired.

First dish finished: Gina’s Cranberry Quinoa “Stuffing”

Snack

Hour-long walking break with Dad

I thought my face was going to fall off. The wind was freezing.

Quasi-lunch

Nibbles from mom’s beautiful appetizer spread

Homemade honey cornbread hot out of the oven

Corner piece

Brussels all set

Homemade rosemary parmesan mashed potatoes with roasted garlic

Bird’s the word

Mom’s Asian-inspired brown rice with turkey giblets

Feelin’ fancy, but not too fancy (note the “non-alcoholic”)

All together now

Centerpiece

The company— my great-aunt and her friend, both of whom are Maryknoll nuns. Ben took the photo.

Blessings

Dig in! 

My favorite. Apple pie a la mode. Plus some berry pie.

De-seeding a pomegranate using the water method for the first time. So helpful.

Rubies

Blazing

Classic

Tryptophan

I am beyond thankful for everything that happened on this day— my family, the cooking, the eating, the conversation, and the relaxation. May the gratitude extend to each and every day throughout the year.

So tell me: How was YOUR Thanksgiving (if you celebrated)? Do you have any Thanksgiving traditions?